Nursing & Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Accelerated Option

Baccalaureate education provides the entry level preparation for professional nursing practice.  

BSN PROGRAM OUTCOMES

• Function in the beginning role of a baccalaureate generalist nurse in settings that cross all populations and environments
• Be proficient in the core nursing competencies of clinical/critical reasoning, patient safety, and quality improvement principles
• Maintain interprofessional collaboration and communication to improve healthcare outcomes
• Master the required core knowledge for baccalaureate generalist nursing practice
• Demonstrate professionalism and its values (including altruism, autonomy, human dignity, social justice, and integrity) as a baccalaureate generalist nurse

This 16 month nursing program is designed for individuals who hold a Bachelor's degree in another field and wish to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN). All required general education courses MUST be completed prior to entrance into this program.

• An informational meeting for prospective students is held in Late Fall of each year. Dates to be announced.
• A drug test will be required prior to the first summer clinical course.

SP 2011 Printable Information & Curriculum Packet

View Informational Videos:

• Frequently Asked Questions by Linda Goodwin
• The Accelerated Nursing Curriculum by Eileen Gerrard-Gough
• Pre-Admission Assessment Exam Information by Trellis Moore
• The Application Process by Carolyn Daley
• Financial Aid by Amanda Garrison
• Accelerated BSN Student Panel recorded 12.11.2009

Prospective students contact Linda Goodwin, at 719.255.3867 or lgoodwin@uccs.edu if you are interested in this program.